Random assaults on women by men in Manhattan south of midtown prompt safety concerns.

Men randomly punching women in Manhattan south of midtown during the day has raised concerns, with some initially suspecting the videos as part of a prank due to social media influencing crime perception. The beauty of an accuser often breeds suspicion, especially if a TikTok influencer with 1 million followers is involved, as seen in one of the most watched videos where the woman's appearance and language style added to the doubt.